VocabJLPT N1
notice
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. notice
  2. 2. notification
  3. 3. permission
  4. 4. rejection
This noun means a refusal or a notice of decline, as well as an explanation or reason given when turning something down. It is used when someone says no to a request, invitation, or offer, and can also refer to the prior notice given before doing something that might inconvenience others. You'll hear it in polite social situations where declining gracefully is important.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

My boss chewed me out, saying I should've given notice first.

Sentence 2

She let them know she wouldn't be able to make it due to an urgent matter.

Sentence 3

Does that notice comply with company policy?

Sentence 4

Wait — you moved ahead with that without any notice?

Sentence 5

If you'd just given notice before the meeting, it never would've turned into a fight!